LEICA 2 - Manual (Page 29)

29 Safety Instructions GPS Equipment User Manual -2.0.0en
Precautions:
- Do not use a GPS receiver in a
thunderstorm as you may increase
the risk of being struck by
lightning.
- Be sure to remain at a safe
distance from electrical
installations. Do not use the GPS
Antenna directly under or in close
proximity to power lines. If it is
essential to work in such an
environment contact the local
statutory regulatory bodies
responsible for electrical
installations and follow their
instructions.
Main hazards in use, continued
Precautions:
Dispose of the equipment
appropriately in accordance with the
regulations in force in your country.
Always prevent access to the
equipment by unauthorised
personnel.
DANGER
If the GPS Receiver Hard-
ware is used in exposed
locations (e.g. on masts,
mountains or buildings), it is
at risk from lightning. Danger
from high voltages also exists
near power lines. Lightning,
voltage peaks, or the
touching of power lines can
cause damage, injury and
death.
WARNING
If the equipment is improperly
disposed of, the following can
happen:
- If polymer parts are burnt,
poisonous gases are produced
which may impair health.
- If batteries are damaged or are
heated strongly, they can explode
and cause poisoning, burning,
corrosion or environmental
contamination.
- By disposing of the equipment
irresponsibly you may enable
unauthorised persons to use it in
contravention of the regulations,
exposing themselves and third
parties to the risk of severe injury
and rendering the environment
liable to contamination.